Definition

A strong or intense burst of flame or light, either in a literal sense or as a metaphor for something that stands out dramatically.

Example

The outblaze of the fireworks lit up the night sky, captivating everyone at the festival.

Conversation

Did you see that movie about the wildfire?

Yeah, it was intense! The way they depicted the outblaze was so realistic.

I know, right? It really captured the chaos of the situation.

Absolutely, I felt like I was right there with them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

This word originates from the combination of 'out-' (meaning beyond or outside) and 'blaze' (from Old English 'blæse', meaning a bright flame or fire). The word 'outblaze' means to blaze or shine more brightly than something else, or to exceed in brightness.

Memory Tip

Think of shining 'beyond' ('out-') a bright flame ('blaze') — that's why 'outblaze' means to shine brighter than something else.

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